A Project Analyst plays a crucial role in supporting the successful delivery of projects by providing data-driven insights, risk assessments, and performance tracking. They work closely with project managers, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to ensure that projects are completed on time, within scope, and aligned with strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Planning & Support
- Assist in the development of project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
- Monitor progress against key milestones and deliverables.
- Support project managers with documentation, reporting, and planning tools.
- Data Analysis & Reporting
- Collect, clean, and analyze project data (e.g., costs, timelines, KPIs).
- Prepare dashboards, reports, and presentations for internal stakeholders and leadership.
- Track performance metrics and highlight trends or areas of concern.
- Risk Management & Problem Solving
- Identify potential project risks and assist in mitigation planning.
- Perform impact assessments for project changes or delays.
- Support issue tracking and resolution processes.
- Process Improvement
- Recommend process improvements based on project learnings and performance analysis.
- Contribute to the development and refinement of project methodologies and best practices.
- Stakeholder Communication
- Assist in preparing communication materials, reports, and updates for stakeholders.
- Coordinate meetings, workshops, and project reviews as needed.
Core Skills and Qualifications
- Analytical thinking: Strong ability to interpret data and identify actionable insights.
- Project management knowledge: Familiarity with project lifecycles, methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall), and tools (e.g., MS Project, JIRA, Asana).
- Communication skills: Ability to clearly convey complex information to various audiences.
- Problem-solving: Comfortable addressing challenges and contributing to effective solutions.
- Technical proficiency: Strong in Excel, PowerPoint, and ideally data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
- Educational background: Typically holds a degree in Business, Project Management, Analytics, or a related field.
Ideal for Candidates Who:
Excel in environments that value organization, insight, and continuous improvement.
Enjoy working with numbers, reports, and performance metrics.
Want to support projects strategically without leading them day-to-day.
Salary : 3100 to 35,000